Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Decatur, GA
We're Growing! Join Our Team at A Smile 4U We're excited to welcome a positive, upbeat, friendly, and motivated full-time Dental Assistant to our growing team in Decatur, GA ! A Smile 4U is a privately owned dental practice with locations in Cartersville, Dalton, Decatur, East Point, and Hiram . We offer a wide range of specialties under one roof including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery using advanced, state-of-the-art equipment and scheduling technology. We proudly serve both pediatric and adult patients , and we're committed to creating a welcoming environment and delivering an outstanding, memorable experience for every patient. The Ideal Candidate Compassionate, detail-oriented, and adaptable Comfortable in a fast-pace, team-driven office Can-do attitude Dental certification is preferred Key Responsibilities Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures Explain office procedures to patients before treatment Provide quality, compassionate care to patients before, during, and after dental treatment Manage patients during dental procedures and ensure their comfort Accurately chart existing dental conditions and record progress notes Provide patients with post-operative instructions following treatment or surgery Take dental impressions for study models Prepare, maintain, and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and equipment Take and develop dental x-rays; collect and record patient health histories Serve as infection control officer: maintain sterilization logs and ensure compliance with infection control protocols Monitor and document repairs for operatory and handpiece equipment Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks (e.g., autoclave testing, trap cleaning) Assist with ordering and inventory of dental supplies Support the clinic with recall and treatment plan reports as needed Adhere to all government, OSHA, and company regulations Provide direct patient care across multiple specialties including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry and oral surgery Qualifications Technical or college diploma Previous dental assisting experience required Excellent chairside manner and strong communication skills Ability to multitask and adapt to different procedures and techniques Professional, dependable, and eager to grow Strong interpersonal and communication skills Customer service oriented Reliable and collaborative team player Bilingual (English/ Spanish) preferred Schedule Monday-Friday | 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM (4 days per week - 32 guaranteed hours) Benefits Full-time team members qualify for Medical, Dental, and Optical Insurance after 90 days Unique opportunity to work in a multi-specialty practice Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Opportunities for Professional Growth Pay is based on experience
